Guangzhou, a major metropolis in south China, boasts more than 50 hotels of international level ranging from 3 to 5 stars. Most of these hotels are distributed in six important areas, the shopping center Beijing Road & Haizhu Plaza, the bustling Huanshi Dong Road, the Tianhe Stadium, the Embassy Area, and the Canton Fair Exhibition Center. Since the Liuhua and Pazhou Complexes are the only two centers in use during Canton Fair the hotels around these two complexes are always in high demand. Almost every hotel offers free shuttle bus service to the two complexes. Because of the large number of visitors, hotel space in Guangzhou is very tight during the fair.

Hotel service in Guangzhou is close to international standards. Most hotels are equipped with modern facilities such as private bathrooms, air-conditioners and comfortable beds. Prices are moderate except during the biannual Canton Fair when room rates rise rapidly. Visitors are advised to make reservations for the Canton Fair at least one or two months earlier than usual.

Below are featured hotels with good reputations and reasonable prices.

Luxury Hotels:

White Swan Hotel, Guangzhou
(5 star) Shamian District
White Swan Hotel, Guangzhou is located on the historical Shamian Island, overlooking the famed Pearl River and facing the White Swan Pool. With 843 well-equipped rooms and suites, the White Swan opened in 1983, was renovated in 2002. It was accepted as a member of 'The Leading Hotels of the World' on July 1, 1985 and appointed 5-stars by the Chinese Government in February 1990. The White Swan topped 'China's 50 best hotels' in 1996.

China Hotel, Guangzhou (5 star) Liuhua Complex
The China Hotel, Guangzhou is the only 5 star hote in the Marriott chain. It is conveniently located close to the Liuhua Complex and the railway station. Opened in 1984, this hotel has enjoyed fame in China and abroad. Besides the deluxe 1,103 rooms/suites, the hotel also features its elegant lobby selling famous brands such as Gucci and Ferragamo.

Moderate Hotels:

Best Western Guangzhou Bai Yun Hotel
(4 star) Liuhua Complex
The Best Western Guangzhou Bai Yun Hotel is located in Guangzhou's financial, commercial and trade center of Huanshidong Road. Opened in 1976 with 704 rooms, and renovated in 2003, this hotel is managed by the famous Best Western Group.

Holiday Inn Shifu, Guangzhou
(4 star) Shamian District
The Hotel Inn Shifu, Guangzhou, conveniently located on famous Shang Xia Jiu Pedestrian Street, is newly opened in 2006 with 280 rooms in total.

Budget Hotels:

Liuhua Hotel, Guangzhou
(3 star) Railway station
The Liuhua Hotel, Guangzhou is located close to the railway station and the Liuhua Complex. It opened in 1972, was renovated in 2005 with 500 rooms.

Lido Hotel, Guangzhou
(3 star) Beijing Road Shopping Center; Haizhu Square, From USD32.00
The Lido Hotel, Guangzhou is located at the bustling Beijing Road, the city's most popular commercial and shopping area. It opened in 1991 with 332 rooms and was renovated in 2002.

Silver River Hotel, Guangzhou
(3 star) Tianhe District
The Silver River Hotel, Guangzhou is situated in Tianhe District and is adjacent to the Guangzhou East railway Station. It opened in 2002 and renovated in 2004 with 198 rooms in total.

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